Alphanumeric Sender IDs do not support message replies when a text message is sent.
The Universal Reply features inserts a reply link into your message that allows for 2 way conversations via Alphanumeric Sender ID.
Replies from the customer via Universal Reply do not have a messaging cost.
Enable Universal Reply
For messages sent from an Alphanumeric Sender ID
- Navigate to Senders
- Select the Sender ID configured on the account
- Click the checkbox next to Universal Reply
- Click Save in the top right corner of the screen
What will my contact see?
- When your contact receives this message, they will see a standard SMS with a note to "tap to reply" and a link:
- When the recipient taps the link, a web form opens with the conversation history:
- The recipient can type a reply and tap Send:
- If successful, this page will be displayed. The user can now close this window.
- You will see the reply on your Sakari Dashboard, integrations and mobile app.